We are a unique community foundation, providing responsive solutions for our neighbors in need. We address food insecurity, provide health & wellness resources, support nonprofit capacity building and help build community leadership among people of color. We empower individuals and families to gain a hand up, not a hand out.
For many, our picturesque county is also a picture of soaring costs and the inability to make ends meet. Many in our community rely on our programs to help fill the gaps in their lives when they need it most.
Offering barrier-free access to vital health resources.
Providing access to free, nutrient-rich food across the county.
Supporting leadership capacity building for people of color.
Help change the trajectory of someone’s life in the Eagle Valley.
“The partnership with The Community Market is a total game changer. The whole team is super supportive and we are so grateful not only for our food program but for all those in our community, including our families, who access our programs.”– Whitney Young,Executive Director of the Family Learning Center
“The Community Market fed me and my daughter, without asking questions or judging us. They just welcomed me and supported me when I needed it most. Now, I’ve found a way to give back to this organization that changed my life.” – Hayde, Owner, Plentiful Roots
“The community really trusts the people who work and volunteer on the MIRA bus. We are able to take some of the services that are offered at clinics and hospitals and bring them to the community, to people’s homes who might not otherwise be able to access care. Most of the patients we see don’t have insurance, so helping them to navigate the system and provide basic health screenings is critical to their health and wellness.” – Kyler Hijmans, Nurse Practitioner
In the heart of our community lies a commitment to wellness, and this commitment is taking a dynamic turn with the launch of the MIRA and Howard Head 5-Week Fitness Challenge. With no registration required and a capacity of up ... Read more >
Fun activities for kids like: Obstacle Course Potato Sack Races Musical Chairs Broken Telephone Tug of War Piñatas Loteria & More! Food and beverages will also be provided Read more >
MIRA brings FREE resources and services throughout Eagle County: Information/referrals to medical services, behavioral health (adults/children), dental services, early childhood, parenting, and physical activity programs Enrollment to assistance programs: Medicaid; SNAP; WIC The Community Market: FREE food Resource Connection Hours: ... Read more >
🌍🌱 At Eagle Valley Community Foundation, we`re proud to support Earth Day every day! Our commitment to the community goes hand in hand with our dedication to our planet. Together, we`re making strides towards a greener future for our Valley.
💚🌳 Join us in celebrating and protecting our beautiful Earth! 🌳💚 -------------------------------------------- 🌍🌱 ¡En Eagle Valley Community Foundation, estamos orgullosos de apoyar el Día de la Tierra todos los días! Nuestro compromiso con la comunidad va de la mano con nuestra dedicación a nuestro planeta. Juntos, estamos avanzando hacia un futuro más verde para nuestro Valle.
💚🌳 ¡Únase a nosotros para celebrar y proteger nuestra hermosa Tierra!🌳💚
🌿Volunteers are the lifeblood of Eagle Valley Community Foundation and our programs. Your dedication is woven into the very fabric of community support.
🙏As Volunteer Appreciation Week commences, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our volunteers. Your commitment is at the core of our mission to ensure every community member thrives in health, wellness, and beyond. The success of our programs is shaped by the generosity of your dedicated efforts. Whether stocking shelves, organizing events, inspiring community growth or offering a listening ear, your contributions make a profound impact.
🫶Your hard work is deeply appreciated, not just this week, but every day. THANK YOU❣️ -------------------------------------------
🍎Los voluntarios son el alma de Eagle Valley Community Foundation y nuestros programas. Su dedicación está entretejida en el tejido mismo del apoyo a la comunidad.
🙏Al comenzar la Semana de Apreciación de Voluntarios, extendemos nuestra más sincera gratitud a todos nuestros voluntarios. Su compromiso está en el centro de nuestra misión de garantizar que cada miembro de la comunidad prospere en la salud, el bienestar y más allá. El éxito de nuestros programas está determinado por la generosidad de sus dedicados esfuerzos. Ya sea abasteciendo estantes, organizando eventos, inspirando el crecimiento de la comunidad u ofreciendo un oído atento, sus contribuciones tienen un profundo impacto.
🫶Su arduo trabajo es profundamente apreciado, no solo esta semana, sino todos los días. GRACIAS❣️
🌟Beyond the immediate impact of providing food, your presence fosters a sense of belonging and solidarity among those they serve. We understand that nourishing the health and wellness of the community extends far beyond filling bellies; it`s about nurturing spirits, fostering resilience, and fortifying the bonds that hold us together. Through your tireless commitment, volunteers not only alleviate hunger but also sow seeds of hope, dignity, and empowerment, enriching the lives of individuals and strengthening the collective well-being of the entire community. -------------------------------------------
📝🔜Register Now for the 2024 Western Slope Rural Philanthropy Days (RPD)!
The 2024 Western Slope Rural Philanthropy Days conference is an exciting opportunity for nonprofit professionals, funders, community leaders, distinguished speakers, and elected officials to exchange knowledge and expand professional networks across the region from June 5-7.
Rural Philanthropy Days® (RPD) is a statewide program that provides nonprofit leaders the resources they need to lead effective and sustainable organizations. The Western Slope RPD conference provides powerful opportunities for nonprofit professionals and local government leaders to meet directly with statewide funders, participate in professional development, and network with other community leaders across the region. The Western Slope Region is composed of the counties of Delta, Eagle, Garfield, Mesa, and Pitkin.
Register Now- https://events.blackthorn.io/.../western-slope.../overview ¡Inscríbase a “Western Slope Rural Philanthropy Days” (RPD) 2024! ---------------------------------- 📝🔜La conferencia de Western Slope Rural Philanthropy Days 2024 es una gran oportunidad para que los profesionales de organizaciones sin fines de lucro financiadores, líderes comunitarios, ponentes destacados y funcionarios electos intercambien conocimientos y amplíen redes de contactos profesionales en la región del 5 al 7 de junio.
Rural Philanthropy Days® (RPD) es un programa a nivel estatal que ofrece a los líderes de organizaciones sin fines de lucro los recursos necesarios para dirigir organizaciones eficaces y sustentables. La conferencia de Western Slope RPD facilita importantes oportunidades para que los profesionales de organizaciones sin fines de lucro y líderes de gobiernos locales se reúnan de forma directa con financiadores estatales, participen en el desarrollo profesional y establezcan contactos con los demás líderes comunitarios en la región. La región de Western Slope abarca los condados de Delta, Eagle, Garfield, Mesa y Pitkin.
🤸🏽♀️Woohooo -the MIRA Bus - Camión MIRA & Howard Head Sports Medicine 🌟5 Week Fitness Challenge🌟 is fast approaching! Join us!
📅The introductory KICK OFF meeting will be held on Monday, April 22, from 5-6pm at The Community Market in Gypsum~ join us to learn more about this FREE Fitness Challenge that is open to all community members!
🙋🏾♀️And for those looking to get moving now? Check out MIRA Bus - Camión MIRA social media for weekly Howard Head trainer-guided stretches and exercises to be done in the comfort of one`s own space. Hitting the road to wellness, together, one step at a time.🏃🏽♀️
🤸🏽♀️Our health and wellness resource connection and program MIRA Bus - Camión MIRA is partnering with Howard Head Sports Medicine to introduce a community🏋🏾5 Week Fitness Challenge🏋🏽♀️
🤸🏾YOU are invited to join us for the KICK OFF event on Monday, April 22, from 5pm-6pm at The Community Market in Gypsum.🍎
🏃🏾♂️Let`s get moving together!🏃🏽♀️
https://eaglevalleycf.org/event/mira-howard-head-5-week-fitness-challenge-kick-off/ ________________________________ 🤸🏽♀️Nuestra conexión y programa de recursos de salud y bienestar MIRA Bus - Camión MIRA se está asociando con Howard Head Sports Medicine para presentar un desafío de acondicionamiento físico de 5 semanas para la comunidad.🏋🏽♀️
🤾🏽USTED está invitado a unirse a nosotros para el evento KICK OFF el lunes 22 de abril, de 5 p.m. a 6 p.m. en The Community Market en Gypsum.🍎
🥫Beyond grateful for the support Eagle Valley Elementary an IB World School families in helping to collect more than 300 lbs of food goods to donate to our program at The Community Market.
🏫 Truly a school dedicated to putting the "unity" in "community." We treasure witnessing the EVES mission in action to help create students that are independent thinkers, problem solvers, lifelong learners, and responsible members of a multicultural society.
🔔 And may we be reminded that access to healthy meals and investment in locally-produced food for all our kids is part of the equation in helping students to develop into inquisitive, informed, and compassionate citizens. #HSMA #HealthySchoolMealsForAll ----------
🥫Más que agradecidos por el apoyo de las familias de Eagle Valley Elementary, un Colegio del Mundo del IB, para ayudar a recolectar más de 300 libras de alimentos para donar a nuestro programa en The Community Market.
🏫 Verdaderamente una escuela dedicada a poner la "unidad" en la "comunidad". Atesoramos presenciar la misión de EVES en acción para ayudar a crear estudiantes que sean pensadores independientes, solucionadores de problemas, aprendices de por vida y miembros responsables de una sociedad multicultural.
🔔 Y que se nos recuerde que el acceso a comidas saludables y la inversión en alimentos producidos localmente para todos nuestros niños es parte de la ecuación para ayudar a los estudiantes a convertirse en ciudadanos inquisitivos, informados y compasivos.
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✅Support the future of Healthy School Meals for All (HSMA)~ TAKE ACTION TODAY 🫛 We remain dedicated to ensuring the Healthy School Meals for All program is fully funded and sustainable, and your support is needed! In its inaugural year, the program has been tremendously successful, with every eligible district participating and more students enjoying meals than ever before. Yet, due to increased participation and shifts in federal reimbursements linked to escalating food costs, HSMA now confronts a considerable funding gap.
🏛️Although the Joint Budget Committee of Colorado’s legislature has agreed to fund free breakfast and lunch for this and the next school year, additional revenue is essential to prevent detrimental cuts to the program in the future.
💰We urge the legislature to pass a referred ballot measure to secure extra funding. This measure will protect free meals for students, invest in nutritious, locally-sourced food, and support better wages for frontline school nutrition workers.
📊Polls show that 62% of Colorado voters support HSMA and favor a referred ballot measure. However, with just over 3 weeks remaining in the legislative session, time is running out for lawmakers to act on this solution.
🗳️To get a referred ballot measure on this November`s ballot—and to secure funding before HSMA faces cuts—we need legislative leaders to approve a late bill and urge legislators to pass it swiftly.
🖊Please help secure the future of HSMA by reaching out to your House Rep asking to support a late bill for a referred ballot measure! To learn more, visit: https://secure.everyaction.com/Ls0kS4Fd7UashF18oGKjuw2?emci=6862c22a-8bfb-ee11-aaf0-7c1e52017038&emdi=46aa0d8a-23fc-ee11-aaf0-7c1e52017038&ceid=2396540